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After his sudden reappearance at the Senate on May 11, Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa claimed he did not receive his salary during his six-month absence from the upper chamber.
Khrystien Angel Lacandula · May 12, 2026
Iginiit ng Department of Finance (DOF) na nananatiling matatag ang kalagayang pinansyal ng Pilipinas sa kabila ng patuloy na pagtaas ng utang ng bansa. “The Philippines stands in a good fiscal position and has room…
Kylie Cahiyang · May 9, 2026
Due to the significant weakening of the peso against the US dollar and domestic security issues, the Philippine government’s debt increased in March, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) reported on Wednesday.
Czairine Quimoyog · May 9, 2026
Following autopsy reports of the 19 bodies that were killed in Negros Occidental last month, forensic pathologist Raquel Fortun questioned military accounts of an armed encounter in a press conference on May 7.
Insight PH · May 9, 2026
Manila placed third among 100 global cities in luxury residential price growth— highlighting a sharp rise in high-end property values even as affordability concerns persist.
Ericko Malimban · May 6, 2026
Nakaranas ng matinding pagbaha ang ilang bahagi ng Mindanao noong Lunes dahil sa easterlies na nagdulot ng malalakas na pag-ulan, ayon sa Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration…
Doreen P. Cabildo · May 6, 2026
Former television and radio personality Jose Yumang Sonza, known as Jay Sonza, has posted bail amounting to ₱10,000 following a court order allowing his temporary release amid charges linked to his alleged posts about…
Shien Ann Saño · May 5, 2026
Recent occurrences led by the mayor who toppled a 30-year long dynasty once again has shaken the local politics of the City of Seven Lakes, showing his continued push for a renewed city by 2028.
Francis Santos · May 1, 2026
As the summer season continues to intensify heat conditions throughout the Philippines, in Iloilo, the city government has started to place cooling stations around public areas to give immediate relief to both commuters…
Francis Santos · May 1, 2026
The House Justice Committee on Wednesday opened its third classificatory hearing on the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, shifting focus to the controversial threats she made against President…
Doreen P. Cabildo · May 1, 2026
Bahagyang bumagsak sa 35% mula 37% ang self-rated poverty sa mga pamilyang Pilipino bago ang global oil price shock na kaugnay ng kasalukuyang tensyon sa Middle East, ayon sa survey ng OCTA Research na inilabas noong…
Francis Owen Romano · Apr 30, 2026
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Monday filed a tax evasion complaint with the Department of Justice (DOJ) against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, his wife Mylah Reyes Roque and associate Percival…
Carmel Serato · Apr 28, 2026
The Sandiganbayan Sixth Division on Monday, April 27, issued a precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) against Sen. Chiz Escudero and businessman Maynard Ngu, who are being investigated by the Ombudsman for alleged…
Yuahn Zachary Guilas · Apr 28, 2026
Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida confirmed on Tuesday that former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co is no longer in the custody of Czech authorities, describing the development as "difficult news" for the Philippine government.
Czairine Quimoyog · Apr 28, 2026
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is urgently calling for a P30 billion supplemental budget from the national government to safeguard domestic food production as global market volatility threatens the country’s…
Czairine Quimoyog · Apr 27, 2026
In order to protect minors from “dangerous” online exposure, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian has filed a bill seeking a social media ban on minors aged 16 and below.
Almira Cereno · Apr 26, 2026
Fifty percent of Filipino respondents in the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) Survey believed that their quality of life had worsened over the past 12 months.
Eliah May Bañas · Apr 26, 2026
In order to protect minors from “dangerous” online exposure, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian has filed a bill seeking a social media ban on minors aged 16 and below.
Almira Cereno · Apr 26, 2026
Nilinaw ng Department of Justice (DOJ) na hindi teknikal na “inaresto” si dating Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co sa Czech Republic, sa kabila ng mga naunang ulat na siya ay nahuli at nasa kustodiya ng mga awtoridad. Ayon kay…
Gian Russel Asuncion · Apr 26, 2026
In celebration of Filipino Food Month, the seventh Mangan Taku Cordillera Food Fair officially began Thursday, April 23, at the Rose Garden in Burnham Park, Baguio City.
Francine Wayas · Apr 24, 2026
Vice President Sara Duterte once again snubbed a House Justice Committee hearing on Wednesday, signaling a continued defiance of the impeachment proceedings she has previously dismissed as constitutionally flawed.
Czairine Quimoyog · Apr 23, 2026
Vice President Sara Duterte has denied allegations of having billions of pesos in suspicious bank transactions, stating that her money and assets are legitimate and properly documented.
Czairine Quimoyog · Apr 23, 2026
Senate Deputy Majority Leader and Ethics Committee Chair Sen. JV Ejercito has urged Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to voluntarily decline his salary and allowances amid his continued absence from Senate sessions.
Carmel Serato · Apr 22, 2026
The Commission on Audit (COA) has disallowed ₱375 million in confidential funds used by the Office of the Vice President (OVP) for 2023 due to lack of supporting documents, insufficient justification, and alleged…
Doreen P. Cabildo · Apr 22, 2026
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